The French novel uniquely blends social critique, personal struggle, entertainment and aesthetics – underpinned by an irony that winks at human weakness. Can it help us in these dark days of extremist violence?

Witnessing violence harms all children, even if it only on screen. However, for gifted children the impact could be more severe.

There are calls for Australia to focus on early intervention strategies to steer young people away from the path to radicalisation in the wake of events like the Nice attack.
Reuters/Eric GaillardJuly 22, 2016